The 1099 Gig Economy Poses a Threat to Ill-Informed Entrepeneurs

Entrepreneurship is a powerful economic engine for the United States and the global economy. And it's popular. According to the 2016 census, nearly 90% of employers in the United States were small firms with fewer than 20 employees. These startups and small businesses find ways to stay afloat in volatile markets by providing the services that consumers and other businesses need.
I have nothing but admiration and respect for someone that is willing to plant their flag and go into business. But, there's an alarming trend in the United States and abroad - the 1099 underclass. Many of these...Read more ...